Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Teriyaki Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.
Teriyaki Sauce
- 2
Make the Teriyaki Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens, then remove from heat.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a little oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
- 4
Glaze with Sauce
Once the chicken is cooked, pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Allow it to simmer for another 2-3 minutes, coating the chicken well with the sauce.
Serving
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the chicken and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.